Citroën Racing Targets Strong Mexico City E-Prix After Historic São Paulo Podium

Following an exciting season opener in São Paulo on 6 December, the Citroën Racing Formula E Team arrives in Mexico City full of confidence and momentum. In Brazil, Nick Cassidy secured a historic first podium for the French manufacturer in single-seater competition, underlining the pace of the Citroën Racing GEN3 Evo and the team’s growing competitiveness.

Next on the calendar is the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, a cornerstone of Mexican motorsport renowned for its rich heritage, vibrant atmosphere, and passionate fanbase. The 2.608-kilometre clockwise circuit features 16 corners, blending long straights with technical sections that demand precision, consistency, and strategic racecraft.

Situated approximately 2,200 metres above sea level, the circuit’s high altitude presents a unique challenge. Thinner air reduces aerodynamic drag, allowing for higher top speeds, while placing increased emphasis on efficient energy usage and tyre management. Both Cassidy and teammate Jean-Éric Vergne will need to carefully manage these factors throughout the weekend.

Qualifying has traditionally played a decisive role in Mexico City, where track position and access to clean air are vital for energy efficiency and effective use of Attack Mode. Securing strong grid positions will be a priority for the team, particularly as Vergne carries a three-place grid penalty following an accidental speeding infringement under Full Course Yellow conditions in São Paulo.

With its iconic stadium section and electric atmosphere, the 2026 Hankook Mexico City E-Prix is set to deliver another unforgettable chapter in Formula E’s calendar.

Citroën Racing Formula E Team Principal Cyril Blais said:

“Mexico City is always a highlight of the season for us. The atmosphere in the Foro Sol and around the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez is incredible, and the passion of the fans adds so much to the event.

We want to build on the momentum from São Paulo and focus on scoring strong points with both cars. There is a small layout change this year with the removal of the back-straight chicane, but we don’t expect it to significantly change the overall character of the circuit.

Racing at high altitude presents specific engineering challenges, but with cooler temperatures forecast, we shouldn’t face the same thermal issues we experienced in Brazil. The team is fully focused on maximising every opportunity, and both Nick and Jean-Éric are ready to give everything this weekend.”

Nick Cassidy added:

“I’m really looking forward to racing in Mexico City again. Starting the season with a podium in São Paulo was incredibly rewarding, and it was great to deliver such a result for the team after all the hard work during the off-season. That performance gave us a big confidence boost, and the goal now is to carry that momentum into Round 2.

Mexico is always a special place to race the atmosphere is amazing and the fans are fantastic. If we can put together a strong qualifying session and execute a clean race, I believe we can fight for another strong result and keep building our championship campaign.”

Jean-Éric Vergne said:

“I’m very happy to be heading back to Mexico City. It’s a circuit I really enjoy and one where I’ve had good results in the past. The small layout change could have an impact on energy management, so that will be something to monitor closely.

The opening race didn’t go as planned for me, so I’m eager to get back into the points. Qualifying will be crucial, especially with the three-place grid penalty from São Paulo. My focus is clear, to score points and come away from the weekend with the strongest result possible.”

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James Rees

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